Introducing: New Perks for Students & Key Workers

Nov 14, 2025

key worker student perks discounts double referrals
key worker student perks discounts double referrals
key worker student perks discounts double referrals

Studying or working in the NHS, social care, education, emergency services, or the armed forces? Know anyone else that is? We recently rolled out a new feature that enhances rewards for thousands of eligible users. 

At Cheddar, we’re always looking for ways to help you save more on your everyday spending - that’s why students and key workers across the UK can now register their status and receive boosted cashback & referral bonuses.

These new perks unlock bigger cash rewards when purchasing gift cards and referring friends - an even greater reason to share Cheddar amongst your peers!

Once verified, eligible users can unlock:

🎉 Double referral bonuses

Earning £4 for every friend you invite to Cheddar - plus, they’ll get £4 too when they sign up using your code and make a saving within their first 2 weeks.

💥 x10 cashback boosts, every x3 months

Powerful, one-time boosts that can be used for gift card purchases at any retailer - increasing savings on the biggest purchases that matter the most.

How to get verified

It only takes a moment to apply. Here’s how:

  1. Open Cheddar, and tap your profile photo (top-left)

  2. Scroll to Student/Blue Light Perks

  3. Complete a quick form to upload proof of your student/employment status

Verification usually takes 1–2 working days. Once approved, your boosted rewards are activated - no extra steps needed.

verify student key worker status

Start earning more today

Whether you’re studying, supporting the nation, or have any friends/relatives this would help - these new perks make Cheddar hit the mark for those looking to improve their financial wellbeing.

Already using Cheddar? On your mobile:

👉 Check your eligibility in-app

👉 Invite friends and unlock extra bonuses

© 2025 Cheddar | Cheddar is the trading name of Cheddar Payments Limited, a company registered in England and Wales (No. 12895809).

Cheddar Payments Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Our Firm Reference Number is 940075.

© 2025 Cheddar | Cheddar is the trading name of Cheddar Payments Limited, a company registered in England and Wales (No. 12895809).

Cheddar Payments Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Our Firm Reference Number is 940075.

© 2025 Cheddar | Cheddar is the trading name of Cheddar Payments Limited, a company registered in England and Wales (No. 12895809).

Cheddar Payments Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Our Firm Reference Number is 940075.